Chemistry-Periodic Trends
NEET Chemistry Periodic Trends MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
Which of the following elements is expected to have the highest ionization enthalpy, considering periodic trends?
A
Boron (B)
B
Carbon (C)
C
Nitrogen (N)
D
Oxygen (O)
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
According to the periodic trend, ionization enthalpy increases across a period from left to right. Despite this, nitrogen has a half-filled p subshell, making it more stable and having a higher ionization enthalpy than oxygen.
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